Miss Alabama's wardrobe 12.01.07
(The Birmingham News/ Tamika Moore)

Saturday, January 07, 2012 10:46 PM

Ann Northington created this black and white ball gown, which Porter plans to wear for the evening gown competition. Those who make it to the Top 12 will be televised in their gown. "It’s very chic, and it’s something that you could easily see on the red carpet," Porter says of the dress. (The Birmingham News/ Tamika Moore)